Wadduda of the Desert: A Legend of the Arabian War Mare

By Jean Ivey and Judy Frazier Dorwin

Young Saied is taken from his African village by a Bedouin sheik to care for the orphaned foal of his beloved war mare and Saied's life and that of the horse become forever connected. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0965889130
• ISBN13: 9780965889131
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Sharon Rose Pub
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.3" x 0.8" x 5.8"
• Age Range: 9 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 12

Customer Reviews

Warm, Tender, Exciting!

For horselovers of all ages, everywhere! A wonderfully written book with lovely illustrations. Jean Ivey skillfully draws you in and makes you a part of the story. To those who know Arabians, you are further reminded of the uniqueness of this animal and its love for, and devotion to humans.For every child who has ever dreamed of owning and loving a horse, this book will further enhance that dream! To love and bond with these wonderful creatures is one of life's great experiences. Jean Ivey creates wonderful dreams! I'm looking forward to her next adventure!

A Gem of a book

I loved this book. The writing was flawless and the characters were wonderful. The illustrations were lovely too. You can almost feel the hot desert winds as you read it. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves horses, stories about the mid-east, or just a great book. I'm looking forward to the sequels.

This should be "required reading" for all horse people!

More than a wonderful treatment of the story of a legendary and REAL mare, this is an insight into the spirit of the Arabian horse that even Walter Farley did not capture. I know from 20 years of association with the breed that ever facet is true, particularly the relationship between the Bedu (Bedouins) and their mares. Two of my foundation stock are descendents of this mare, as much as I treasured them before, after this book, my respect and love for them has gone to a new level.

If you cherish a bond with your animal this is a MUST read!

Wadduda of the Dessert reminds me of Marguerite Henry's King of the Wind. Both true stories! Both about one's love and complete understanding of one's horse. An interesting aspect of Bedouin life and past history and their love of and nuturing of Arabian bloodlines. I highly recommend Wadduda for anyone who is passionate about horses.

Sensitive, well-informed, compassionate.

Wadduda and Saied are names which will live to the ages. Talk about a classic, this is one in our time. Having lived in Arabia, I can appreciate the relationships depicted. It's great, and not only for kids.